Method and apparatus for sterilization
US7846160B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 21, 2006 |
| Grant date | Dec 7, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 23, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2018/00559
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A medical device and procedure is described for sterilizing a female. A two-part procedure includes an immediate sterilization part and a permanent sterilization part. The immediate sterilization part provides immediate sterility that endures at least until the permanent effects of a tubal occlusion procedure provide permanent sterility.
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